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Remembering Marshall Brain, Founder of HowStuffWorks
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The endless curiosity of Marshall Brain helped educate, inform and inspire countless students, entrepreneurs and web surfers for decades before Brain's death on November 20, 2024.
What Is a PC?
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PCs are now used by almost everyone in some aspect of daily life. So what's going on inside that PC tower or laptop case? We'll explain the components.
Could anti-lock brakes detect a flat?
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Wouldn't it be nice to get some warning before a tire went completely flat? Good news -- anti-lock brakes could make it possible. But how?
How to Build Your Own Arcade Machine From an Old Computer
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To build your own arcade machine, all you need is an old computer and a few other parts. See instructions for how to build your own arcade machine.
How DVR Works
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The DVR, or digital video recorder, makes recording television programs simple. Learn about DVR, HD DVR and DVR tricks.
What is the Year 2038 problem?
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What is the Year 2038 problem? While not as bad as Y2K, learn how C programming and the standard time library is causing a Year 2038 computer boggle.
How NASDAQ's Opening and Closing Cross Works
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The opening cross is NASDAQ's current technique for setting opening prices. Learn about NASDAQ's opening and closing cross.
What Did the Big Bang Sound Like?
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It wasn't quite as explosive as you might imagine. The guys from the podcast Part-Time Genius listen to the Big Bang and other strange sounds.
Unix vs. Linux: Understanding the Core Differences and Similarities
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Linux is as much a phenomenon as it is an operating system. To understand why Linux has become so popular, it is helpful to know a little bit about its history.
How Microcontrollers Work
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Most modern electronic devices (TVs, VCRs, microwaves and so on) contain an embedded microcontroller. It's basically a dedicated computer. Find out how these devices work and experiment with one on your own.